07 Feb A Safe Way To Brighten Your Smile
The way you feel about your smile can directly affect your confidence. If you are embarrassed by stains on your teeth caused by your daily cup of coffee, it could cause you to feel less confident. Thankfully, there are ways to remove these blemishes and boost your self-esteem. Your team at Friendly Dental in Lancaster, OH, offers safe and professional teeth whitening treatments to help you reach a more attractive smile.
How Our Teeth Become Discolored
Our teeth can turn a yellowish color over time due to various reasons. When we eat dark-colored foods or drink things like coffee or soda, it can leave a tint on our pearly whites. In some cases, you may be able to reduce this with your regular oral hygiene routine. However, this does not always work, and your teeth may still become discolored. In addition to external factors that make our teeth appear less vibrant, our genetics and aging can affect the appearance of our pearly whites as well. Some people inherit thicker enamel, which may make their teeth appear brighter. As we age, your enamel can become thin, and the yellowish dentin shows through, making your smile appear dull. If your smile is not as vibrant as you would like it to be, there are some treatments available to help.
Our Professional Whitening Service
A professional whitening treatment can often correct stains caused by external factors. This method uses a bleaching agent to rapidly break down stains from your enamel. In most cases, this can be done in one appointment with visible results. Removing these yellow and brown stains can help your smile appear healthier and more youthful. To best maintain your results, remember to continue practicing your regular oral hygiene routine. Brushing and flossing every day can not only help this cosmetic treatment last longer, but it can also help protect you from cavities and other harmful bacteria.
Minimizing The Look Of Stubborn Stains
If the blemishes have occurred below the enamel, they may be difficult or even impossible to remove. Injuries to a tooth, aging, genetics, and health conditions are all factors that could have caused these intrinsic blemishes. Instead of attempting to remove them and damaging your dental structures, we may be able to conceal the imperfections with alternative treatments. Cosmetic bonding, for instance, can use composite resin to cover the imperfection and help your smile appear more even. This treatment is minimally invasive and can last for several years, making it a beneficial solution for many patients. You can discuss cosmetic service options with your dentist to determine which option is best for your needs.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Team
To learn more about our cosmetic services, call Friendly Dental in Lancaster, OH, today at (740) 687-6105.